Footwork (1978)

About this title: A blues purist, John Hammond came to prominence in the mid-'60s and recorded for the prestigious Vanguard label, earning himself the title of "the white Robert Johnson" with his authentic National Steel guitar, voice, and harmonica blues. Highly praised in the blues and folk worlds, Hammond led a career spanning four decades with outstanding dedication to the purity of the blues. The Band served as rhythm section on some of his albums, but solo is arguably the best way to hear him -- with no discredit to Robbie Robertson and company. It's just that Hammond is that kind of artist. Footwork was ... read more

Tracks:

1. Preaching Blues [Johnson]
2. Crossroad Blues [Johnson]
3. Broke Down Engine [McTell]
4. Who Do You Love [McDaniels]
5. Forty Four Rifle Blues [Syles]
6. Ask Me Nice [Allison]
7. Driving Wheel [Syles]
8. Everybody Cryin' Mercy [Allison]
9. Go No Further [Jacobs]
10. Come on in My Kitchen [Johnson]
11. Gambler Blues [Jackson]
12. Sweet Home Chicago [Johnson]
13. Five Long Years [Boyd]
14. Tell Me Mama [Little Walter]
15. Ain't That Loving You Baby [Reed]
16. The Sky Is Crying [James]
17. Honest I Do [Abner/Reed]
18. Guitar King [McClennon]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.